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Special needs caregivers in Lawndale, CA

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Katie K.


Redondo Beach, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny For Special Kids!

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with kids with special needs for 4 years. I most recently worked for a family with a little girl who has a feeding tube and developmental delays. The job was so rewarding and fun. One family I nannied for has a child with Down Syndrome whom I adore. He is so fun and funny and the best kid to play hide and seek...
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Marina R.


Torrance, CA

$30-35/hr15 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

I am a nurturing nanny with a genuine passion for my work with children, bringing over 10 years of experience with infants, toddlers, and special needs children. I consider each child an individual, each with their own personality that I help to grow and cultivate. I have extensive experience with sleep training, meal...
Marina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marina is the most reliable, carrying, dependable, children adoring nanny you can find. She is a person who does this work out of true passion for the development and nourishment of children. She's intuitive and always finds a beautiful connection with every child...

Yana R.

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Jasmine A.


Hawthorne, CA

$18-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Jasmine and I am an incoming fourth year at UC San Diego seeking a babysitting position. I have worked as a regular nanny, so I am familiar with adapting to the needs of different families and their children. In addition to previous experience as a babysitter/nanny, I have a very large family and therefore have...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine babysat for us a few times. My kids (age 1 through age 9) liked her and requested that she come back. She was reliable. Thanks!"

Meg K.

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Lily Beth L.


Redondo Beach, CA

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Early childhood experience is very important and the right nanny caring for your child plays a critical role in your child's brain development. I provide continuous meticulous care, attention, and stimulation for your child. I'm a B. S. Nursing graduate. I've worked at Lincoln Elementary School taking care of special needs...
Lily Beth can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We met Beth at the end of March and she's been watching our 1.5 year old daughter once a week for our date nights. Beth is super warm, friendly and extremely reliable. We immediately felt really comfortable and confident with Beth. She is interactive with our...

Shannon M.

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Teresa B.


Hawthorne, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello, my name is Teresa and I am a caring, sweet, patient and reliable nanny. I enjoy reading, signing, dancing and cooking healthy meals for children. I have been working with kids for 20+ years. I have experience from newborns to 11-year-olds, both girls and boys. I have also cared for children with special needs and have...
Teresa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Teresa was hired by our family 3 years ago and has far exceeded our expectations! She started watching our 6 month old baby during covid. She was extremely careful and cautious and helped keep our baby and family as healthy as possible. Then she began watching our...

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Andrea W.


Los Angeles, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

ABOVE The Average

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Taking care of your loved one, is my passion. Over 28 plus years in the medical field licensed and many years of hands on experience, treating your loved one with the love, dignity and respect helping krep them as independent as possible. Every day's a different journey and I'm hear to assist every step of the way. I come with...
5.0
"Andrea is so kind and patient in taking care of my father-in-law. We are so grateful to have her."

Deondre W.

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Jacquelyn G.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-100/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Full Time Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I prioritize in providing guidance and safety for all children. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have done several years of volunteer work and have been babysitting for the past 11 years now. I have worked with children from the ages of 10mos-15 yo everyday as a Nanny and as a Counselor for the Boys and Girls Club of...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caring. Engaging. Professional. It's hard to sum up how amazing Jackie is, but those 3 words are a decent start. We were lucky enough to work with Jackie when our childcare fell through and we were in a bind. She worked as a part time nanny for us for two...

Angie E.

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Molly G.


Marina del Rey, CA

$18/hr9 yrs exp

Best Sitter Ever :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Molly, a senior-to-be at the University of Texas at Austin. When I'm not in Austin, I'm with my family in Los Angeles. With over 9 years of babysitting experience, including working with special needs children, I love creating fun and memorable moments with kids. Whether it's sports, games, crafts, or just hanging...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hands down the best of the best you can get out there. Full trust. We moved much further and she continued helping us. Always on time or early! You wont regret it."

Michelle H.

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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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Kevrene I.


Carson, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Kevrene. I'm very passionate about working with children ever since my aunt opened up her daycare when I was 12. I started working there at the age of 16 and knew since then I wanted my career to be involving children and their development. I've worked with kids from the age of newborn to about 15 years of age....
Kevrene can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"As first-time parents, trusting someone we just met to take care of our newborn daughter at night was a bit nerve-wracking. Kevrene instantly made us feel safe handing over our new daughter. Kevrene was very professional but also had such a tenderness to our baby....

Nolwen C.

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Tyler R.


Inglewood, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

My name is Tyler. I am a 36-year-old male nanny or "manny." Over the past 13 years, I have worked for several families as a live-in/live-out manny and house manager. So far my experience has been with school age children 5-21 years old (some with special needs). I am looking for a full time situation or at least 30-40 hours a...
Tyler can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tyler worked for us for a year and more. He has become a part of our family. Tyler took care of our than 6 year old son, now 10 years old. Tyler was and is very dependable, flexible and knowledgeable. He took care of our son by picking him up from school, assisting...

Jermelia H.

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June P.


Los Angeles, CA

$75/hr10 yrs exp

Modern Day Mary Poppins

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I just completed my certification in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education and learning. I want to provide families with tools to navigate and alleviate some of the mental/emotional stress. I have worked with...
5.0
"June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his school aide, behaviorist, community companion, tutor, medical helper, social planner, dental accompaniment,...

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Development

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown daughters. I hold a California teaching certification in Early Childhood Education as well as a BS in Psychology. I have worked for local School District for 32 years and taught at private schools. I currently am employed with local school district as a substitute teacher and privately tutor special...
Dawn can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Best thing happened to my family during pandemic was to get to know Dawn . My kids connected with her instantly and she is caring, loving and knows how to keep kids engaged and interested."

Maryam H.

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Alyssa W.


Los Angeles, CA

$49/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am excitedly searching for a summer job babysitting. I am currently a Kindergarten teacher for a local school district and would love to put my expertise to use. Since I have summers off from my full time job, I am very flexible with hours and am happy to accommodate as needed. If a structured summer...
Alyssa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Alyssa has been a caregiver for my twins for the last 5 years. She is reliable and responsible but more than that she connected deeply with my kids. They adore her and look forward to seeing her each time she comes. I trust her implicitly and will continue to...

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Beatriz S.


Los Angeles, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

The Help You Need And More!

3.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Beatriz, I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and Child development. I have experience with Montessori method and Special needs (TDAH and Down Syndrome). I worked as a teacher for 2 years with kids 3 years old to 12 years old. I have 5 years of nanny and babysitter experience with infants, toddlers and kids.
Beatriz can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Erika L.


Torrance, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist

I have worked as a behavior therapist with children of all ages. Children with behavioral and developmental challenges require special care that I am equipped to provide. I am bright, caring and fun but firm when need be. I believe in positive reinforcement as primary means to motivate children. Learning through play and...
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Thayna T.


Culver City, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello families I'm 31yo and i'm from Brazil, I was an au pair for 2 years in Denver + I've been a nanny for 3 years with amazing family's who can provide great references about me, I also have day care experience 3 y in Brazil I'm currently living in Culver City I have a car and I'm looking for a new long term part time family...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amazing with my son. She always had tools to contribute other than TV or iPad. So glad we hired her! She always was in time and cleaned so much more than ever asked. "

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've taken care of adults with dementia and alzheimers. I've worked with adult with special needs. I am very patient and caring and understandv that each individual has certain needs. I'm willing too make sure your loved one is taken care of and I'm trusted in caring for them.
Angella can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as well as daily Chores from House Cleaning to Laundry and Cooking our Mother suffer from Dementia as well as...

Steve E.

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Danielle S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Stay-at-home Mom Who Is Now An Empty Nester Would Love To Help You And Your Family Out

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Newborn Specialist with a degree in early child development. I taught newborn care and babysitting courses at Henry Mayo Hospital. I volunteer at Torrance Memorial, use to for Children's hospital as a newborn cuddler, and worked nursery at my church. I have experience with preemies, multiples and special needs,...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Danielle is one of the few friends that was able to soothe my severely disabled daughter when she was very young. We have been friends for 15+ years and she is a reliable and trustworthy person. I would feel comfortable having her care for my daughter who is a...

Kelly H.

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Liliana F.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Monday Thru Friday Caregiver/CNA/HHA Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified nursing assistant and home health aide as well as CPR/BLS and first aide certified. I am a patient, dependable, honest, quick thinking and calm individual. I have both personal and professional experience. My experience includes patients with stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS/Lou Gehrig's disease, hemiplegia,...
5.0
"You will be blessed if you are lucky enough to have Liliana as a caregiver for your loved one. She intuitively anticipates what help and support is needed, and goes the extra mile to do whatever is necessary to the improve health, relaxation, cleanliness, and well...

Stephanie S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lawndale, CA

Marina R.

5.0

Marina is the most reliable, carrying, dependable, children adoring nanny you can find. She is a person who does this work out of true passion for the development and nourishment of children. She's intuitive and always finds a beautiful connection with every child she has ever worked with. She's...

- Yana R.

Jasmine A.

5.0

Jasmine babysat for us a few times. My kids (age 1 through age 9) liked her and requested that she come back. She was reliable. Thanks!

- Meg K.

Lily Beth L.

5.0

We met Beth at the end of March and she's been watching our 1.5 year old daughter once a week for our date nights. Beth is super warm, friendly and extremely reliable. We immediately felt really comfortable and confident with Beth. She is interactive with our daughter during play and is always...

- Shannon M.

Teresa B.

5.0

Teresa was hired by our family 3 years ago and has far exceeded our expectations! She started watching our 6 month old baby during covid. She was extremely careful and cautious and helped keep our baby and family as healthy as possible. Then she began watching our twins that came along shortly after...

- Care member

Andrea W.

5.0

Andrea W. is a kind, caring, responsible, outgoing, and exceptional caregiver. She is willing to go over and above and out of her way for all those she looks after. It was a pleasure to have her help me as my caregiver for the past ten months before I moved out of the state. She was punctual and...

- Lyza W.

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